单词 | watch-stand |
释义 | > as lemmaswatch-stand watch-stand n. †(a) a look-out position for a sentinel or watchman; (b) a small case or stand in or upon which a watch may be placed so that its face may be seen. ΘΚΠ the world > physical sensation > sight and vision > thing seen > place where view obtained > [noun] > look-out place garret1340 tooting-towera1382 watch-house1482 watchtower1544 watch-stand1610 beacon1611 mount1612 belfry1631 lookout1662 mirador1672 lookout tower1748 toot1770 watch point1893 observation post1909 lookout station1928 society > inhabiting and dwelling > inhabited place > a building > furniture and fittings > stand > [noun] > other stands boot-rack1837 umbrella-stand1837 watch-stand1858 pot stand1868 wig-stand1883 tie rack1916 patio stand1969 1610 J. Healey tr. J. L. Vives in tr. St. Augustine Citie of God iii. xii. 121 In time of warre, or suspition, the watchmen placed bundels of drye small sticks, vpon their high watch-stands [L. in editis speculis]. 1858 P. L. Simmonds Dict. Trade Products Watch-stand, a mantel-piece or toilet rest or support for a watch. < as lemmas |
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